The effects of vaginal gel from Myrtus communis on the sexual function of married women during reproductive aging: A study protocol for a randomized controlled trial.

ABSTRACT:

Introduction

Human sexuality is an important aspect of functionality, and many patients believe that it determines their quality of life. Sexual dysfunction can lead to stress, strained relationships, and a decrease in self-esteem. The majority of modern medical treatments for improving female sexual function are associated with significant side effects and high costs. Traditionally, M. communis has been used to treat sexual impotence. Here, we present the protocol of an interventional clinical phase II study to test the hypothesis that vaginal gel containing Myrtus communis extract can improve sexual function in women of reproductive age.

Methods/design

In a prospective, randomized, placebo-controlled and highly blind clinical phase II trial, 80 women aged 18--40 years with

SUBMITTER: Khajehpour B 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC12798978 | biostudies-literature | 2026

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature